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TheKentuckian

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10. I see little reason to believe "exposing" them to be fruitful.

Reply to AZ Progressive (Reply #6)

Sun Dec 23, 2012, 02:43 PM

Dec 2012

Seems a lot closer to wishing than an effective tactic. Especially when the tactic seems to rely heavily on always coming closer to their positions and seeking compromise with delusional policy aims.

The body of work is beyond substantial, if the case hasn't been made then there are severe issues with presentation, tactics, and/or strategy.

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I see little reason to believe "exposing" them to be fruitful. TheKentuckian Dec 2012 #10

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